Director of Growth Operations & Agency Development

Help build the future of Asian representation in entertainment. We are seeking a passionate, strategic, and entrepreneurial leader to shape the future of a growing Asian talent agency dedicated to creating greater opportunities for Asian voices in film, television, commercial, and print. As the first SAG-AFTRA–franchised Asian talent agency, our mission is to increase Asian representation across media and mainstream entertainment while creating meaningful opportunities for Asian talent in Hollywood.

About the Role

This is not a traditional agency role. It’s an opportunity for someone who wants to help build, improve, and grow an organization—developing people, strengthening operations, creating new opportunities, and contributing to our long-term vision. The Director of Growth Operations & Agency Development will work closely with our team to strengthen operations, develop our team, expand agency capabilities, and support sustainable growth. We are looking for someone driven by purpose, who understands the importance of culture and representation, and enjoys building from the ground up. You do not need a traditional talent agency background; we believe great leaders come from many industries. What matters most is your ability to lead teams, build relationships, solve problems, think strategically, and share our mission. This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants to grow into a key leadership role and help shape the agency’s future direction.

Who We Are Looking For

• Fluency or conversational ability in Mandarin, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, or other Asian languages is a huge plus
• Cultural understanding and the ability to connect with Asian families, communities, talent, and industry partners
• Believes in the importance of Asian representation in entertainment
• Passion for developing people and building teams
• Strategic thinker who is willing to be hands-on
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial environment
• Takes ownership and finds solutions while maintaining a positive mindset
• Builds trust through strong communication and relationships
• Wants to contribute to something bigger than themselves

Responsibilities

• Support the growth and advancement of our current talent roster and client relationships while identifying new business opportunities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with talent, families, casting professionals, production companies, and industry partners
• Analyze business performance, booking trends, and market opportunities to guide strategic decisions and growth initiatives
• Improve operational systems, processes, and workflows to increase efficiency, optimize performance, and support scalable growth
• Lead, coach, and mentor team members by providing feedback, guidance, and support to strengthen performance, confidence, and accountability
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, goal setting, and professional development to help build a high-performing team
• Foster a collaborative, positive, and inclusive culture aligned with the company’s values
• Serve as a trusted resource for team members and talent while helping shape the future direction and culture of the organization

Qualifications

• Proven leadership, management, operations, business development, entertainment, media, marketing, agency, or related experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; however, demonstrated leadership ability and experience developing teams are highly valued
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to analyze data, identify opportunities, and make strategic decisions
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Individual & Team commission opportunities
• Annual performance reviews
• Health and medical benefits
• Paid time off and sick days
• Company holiday closure between Christmas and New Year’s